Integrated Cable Lock; Password Protection; Changing The Battery - IBM 8185 - ThinkCentre M50 - 256 MB RAM User Manual

Integrated cable lock

With an integrated cable lock (sometimes referred to as a Kensington lock), you
can secure your computer to a desk, table, or other non-permanent fixture. The
cable lock attaches to a security slot at the rear of your computer and is operated
with a key. This is the same type of lock used with many laptop computers. You
can order a cable lock directly from IBM. Go to http://www.pc.ibm.com/support
and search on Kensington.

Password protection

To deter unauthorized use of your computer, you can use the IBM Setup Utility
program to set a password. When you turn on your computer you are prompted to
type the password to unlock the keyboard for normal use.

Changing the battery

Your computer has a special type of memory that maintains the date, time, and
settings for built-in features, such as parallel-port assignments (configuration). A
battery keeps this information active when you turn off the computer.
The battery normally requires no charging or maintenance throughout its life;
however, no battery lasts forever. If the battery fails, the date, time, and
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v To work with another option, go to the appropriate section.
v To complete the installation, go to "Replacing the cover and connecting the
cables" on page 96.